About eurax-crotamiton

General Info: Uses and Effects

A parasite called Sarcoptes scabiei or the human itch mite causes scabies. A severe skin rash and itching caused by the mite burrowing under the skin and laying eggs there characterizes the condition. Scabies is a communicable disease which is transmittable through direct contact with an infected person and even during sex. It spreads quickly in overcrowded areas where people reside in close quarters. Such areas include prisons and nursing homes.

Eurax Generic (Crotamiton) is both an antipruritic and a scabicide. It is used to treat scabies, a skin infection caused by mites burrowing into the skin. Severe itching and fluid or pus-filled blisters or bumps characterize the condition which the Crotamiton cream alleviates by killing the mites. It also relieves itching caused by other skin conditions.

Contraindication: Important to Know

Inform your doctor of any previous allergic reaction to Crotamiton or any other allergies before getting the prescription. Discuss your personal and family medical history with your physician to confirm the suitability of this medicine for your condition. Such a history should be shared before the commencement of any treatment including surgery and dental care to avoid the risk of drug interaction.

Discuss the use of this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding to weigh the intended benefits against possible risks to a mother or the baby. It remains unclear though if the medication passes to the baby through breast milk.

Instructions on Taking

Apply the cream on the infected area. Do not swallow it or apply it to the eyes. If swallowed, seek medical attention to avert poisoning. While on the treatment with Crotamiton, if you miss a dose, do not double dose or take another dose if the time for the nest one is near.

If you are using the Eurax lotion, shake the bottle vigorously before use. Do not share the medicine with others. Also, do not use it for subsequent infections unless prescribed by a doctor. Store it at room temperature away from pets and children.

In treatment of scabies, take a shower or a bath before applying this medicine. Rub the body gently to remove the crusted or scaly skin, and pat dry with a clean towel. Mass a thin layer of the lotion or cream from the chin to the soles and between the toes and fingers.

Apply it keenly to ensure that it goes to the creases and folds between the skin. Mites usually live under the nails so ensure you trim your fingernails before applying the medicine. Use a toothbrush for effective application of the medicine under the fingernails.

Note that Eurax Crotamiton should not be ingested so do not use the toothbrush in the mouth as it could cause poisoning. Wrap this toothbrush and turf it in an appropriate place. Do not share the medication with others even if they have similar symptoms. Apply the next dose after twenty-four hours.

While under the treatment, change your clothes, bedding, and towel daily after each use. Wash all of them separately without mixing them with those worn by others in the household. Use hot water for the washing and dry them in a hot dryer to destroy all mites that may have infested the clothes and to keep them from returning.

Thungs that cannot be dry cleaned or washed should not be exposed to the infected person for at least 3 days. After the last application, take a bath forty-eight hours later to remove the lotion or cream. Ask your doctors if the persons you have been in contact with should report to a hospital for screening for scabies and for the treatment.

The itchiness associated with scabies could continue for several weeks after the end of the treatment. You may ask your doctor for other medication to alleviate the itching and the discomfort. Additionally, inform your physician if the condition persists or worsens during or after the treatment.

In the treatment of other skin conditions that cause itching, apply a thin layer of Crotamiton on the affected area. Massage it the area gently for complete absorption of the medicine. Apply it twice or thrice daily or as directed by your medical care provider.

Side Effects

Increased skin irritation, such as redness or itching, may occur after starting the therapy. Report to your doctor if it increases or worsens and you may stop using the medication as you consult your doctor.

The medication though rarely causes any serious side effects. However, report to your physician for review if you suffer severe side effects such as acute itching, swelling of the tongue, face or throat, dizziness, rash, and difficulty when breathing.

Therefore, the severe but rare side effects for which you should seek emergency medical help include possibly fatal allergic reaction, giant hives, any hives, and bronchospasm

Avoid applying the lotion or cream on inflamed areas, and on the eyes, face, vagina or mouth. Do not apply it to an area with oozing blisters or wounds or is raw. These are not the only possible dangerous adverse reactions so consult your doctor in case of any discomfort.

Consult the local poison center or the emergency medical unit in case of an overdose or a severe reaction from the using of Eurax Crotamiton.

Interaction with Other Drugs

To get the best out of Eurax Generic, inform your doctor of any other over-the-counter and prescription drugs, supplements, and herbal treatments that you are taking. Some of the treatments could cause adverse effects of varying degree if used simultaneously or within a short duration before the use of Crotamiton.

If you were previously using other treatments to control scabies, discuss with your doctor or pharmacist if you need to stop taking the medication as you get the prescription for Crotamiton. Inform your doctor if you take treatments for other underlying or chronic medical conditions.

Not working best for me.

I was impressed by the services offered and timely delivery. The ointment was not effective on me and made my skin to be sensitive instead. Had to stop using it and got permethrin instead.

25 Jun 2017

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Debora gomes

Feeling

I have used the ointment for a few days and already feeling better

20 Jun 2017

S

Shirly

Professional and satisfactory

I have a complete trust on your professionalism. Great and satisfactory services. Keep it up guys.

6 Jun 2017

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Cliford paul

Good stuff

I got relived of scabies on the second day of using the ointment. Great stuff, highly recommend it

20 May 2017

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Raymond robinson

What happened

I thought was easy and with the reminder system, I thought I would get my medication on time. I placed my order and delivery took 2 weeks. If they are out of stock for one item why can’t they send what is available. Disappointed

7 May 2017

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MR D

Easy

It is easy to order and the company offers timely delivery. I highly recommend.

21 Apr 2017

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Rebecca Forester

Reorder

Was orderingfor the second time. Only to realize that my details were not captured earlier. Therefore, had to feed my details again. Was not an easy smooth process although, it saved me doing 2 trips.

17 Apr 2017

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Janet pendo

Not effective for hands

It’s the first time my son is having scabies on his hands and badly on his face. Called meds4sure and they advised me to use eurax. It got rid of the scabies on the face though left the skin dry. He has no improvement on the hands yet.

31 Mar 2017

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young

hands down

we went for a family adventure in the forest. When we came back the whole family had a rush on the skin. Thanks to eurax our hands are down in two days’ time. It was really itching before eurax